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Sports Graduate Teaching Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 25 March 2026
Salary: £460 to £500 per year
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 21 April 2026
Location: Cardiff, South Glamorgan
Company: senploy
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: 208675

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Summary

Sports Graduates - Start Your Career in Education (Cardiff | Easter & September Roles)
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£460 per week


£460 per week
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Roles available across Cardiff


Roles available across Cardiff
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Opportunities for both Easter and September starts


Opportunities for both Easter and September starts

Are you a Sports Graduate looking to take your first step into education? Do you have a passion for working with young people, strong communication skills, and experience through sport or coaching?

We are currently supporting schools across Cardiff with staffing requirements for both post-Easter and September starts, and are looking to connect with motivated graduates ready to make a difference.

You will be working within a school environment supporting learners, many of whom may feel anxious or require additional support. Your role will be to use your excellent communication skills, resilience, and positive attitude to help create a safe, engaging, and successful learning environment.

You will be supporting pupils with a range of Additional Learning Needs (ALN), including:
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ADHD


ADHD
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ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition)


ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition)
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Behavioural needs


Behavioural needs
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A wide range of neurodiverse profiles


A wide range of neurodiverse profiles

This is a highly rewarding role where your background in sport, teamwork, discipline and motivation will directly translate into the classroom.

Your experience in sport means you already have:
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Strong communication and relationship-building skills


Strong communication and relationship-building skills
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The ability to engage and motivate young people


The ability to engage and motivate young people
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Resilience and adaptability


Resilience and adaptability
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A team-focused mindset


A team-focused mindset

This opportunity is perfect for anyone looking to gain valuable experience in education before progressing into teaching, coaching, or other related careers.
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£460 per week


£460 per week
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Roles available across Cardiff


Roles available across Cardiff
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Opportunities for both Easter and September starts


Opportunities for both Easter and September starts
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Ongoing support throughout your placement


Ongoing support throughout your placement
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A clear pathway into long-term careers in education


A clear pathway into long-term careers in education

At Educators First, we pride ourselves on being more than just a recruitment agency. We take the time to understand each candidate individually, ensuring we match you with a role that suits your skills, goals, and personality.

We are committed to helping you:
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Secure meaningful, relevant experience


Secure meaningful, relevant experience
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Build confidence within education settings


Build confidence within education settings
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Take the next step in your career with the right support


Take the next step in your career with the right support
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A sports-related degree (or strong sporting background)


A sports-related degree (or strong sporting background)
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A genuine interest in working within education


A genuine interest in working within education
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An Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one - we can support you with this before placement)


An Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one - we can support you with this before placement)

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